In this article we share 8 of the best Natural Remedies For High Blood Pressure. These 8 remedies include daily action steps and guidance that will support hypertension and promote better health. They are effective, simple and all natural and they can be easily prepared in your own home.
These remedies can make the world of difference if you suffer from high blood pressure. Just by adding natural remedies, some basic lifestyle changes such as exercise and eating plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables you can lower blood pressure.
We all know that hypertension is a real concern. To treat hypertension we first need to know what causes it. By identifying the predominant factors, which can be as individual as the sufferer, we are able to develop a holistic treatment plan.
The following natural remedies for high blood pressure have been tested, researched and are safe and effective.
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Understanding How To lower my blood pressure.
Elevated Blood pressure, clinically referred to as “Hypertension”, affects many people. In America alone, high blood pressure impacts one third (33%) of the adult population. That’s the equivalent of 70 million people in the US alone. And, sadly, the numbers continue to grow!
It may surprise you to know that 90-95% of high blood pressure diagnoses are clinically referred to as “primary hypertension“.
This means it has no underlying medical cause. That’s right … there is no other medical condition .
So what is the cause? What raises arterial pressure in otherwise healthy individuals? And what can we do about it? Many reach directly for the pharmaceuticals! Luckily prescription drugs are not the only solution.
90-95% of diagnosed high blood pressure is not associated with any other medical condition. Therefore lifestyle changes are necessary to aide in lowering your blood pressure. You can lower blood pressure naturally and safely with these remedies.
What Causes High Blood Pressure?
Circulation of blood is one of the most vital functions required. It sustains life. Our heart is the primary organ associated with blood circulation. Our heart and the associated circulatory system supplies the necessary nutrients and oxygen to every cell in our body.
As well as providing nutrients and oxygen to replenish us, our circulatory system also removes carbon dioxide and waste.
Our heart beat is the contraction of our heart. Each contraction applies the pressure that pumps blood throughout our arteries and is what we refer to as systolic blood pressure . It is one of the measurements tested pressure.
The other measurement taken is amount of pressure between contractions and is referred to as diastolic pressure.
Measuring Blood Pressure.
When we have our blood pressure tested our doctor is looking at the actual pressure used to circulate blood at 2 distinct moments:
- Systolic – The measurement of pressure when the heart contracts and sends “force” thereby pumping blood through the body.
- Diastolic – The measurement of pressure when the heart muscle is between beats. This is when your heart muscle is relaxed.
High blood pressure is diagnosed when the pressure is above expected levels.
There are several stages of elevated or high blood pressure, these being determined by systolic and diastolic measurements.
Simply put, the higher the elevation of pressure compared to normal expected readings the more necessary it is to take action to avoid damage to your heart and health.
Natural Remedies For High Blood Pressure.
When advising any treatment plan I always recommend a holistic approach. This means working in unison with other healthcare professionals. If you are currently diagnosed with high blood pressure you should consult your doctor before starting any alternative remedy.
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These Natural Remedies for High Blood Pressure, are holistic in nature and many are common sense, such as adding fruit and vegetables to your diet and getting regular exercise.
The health benefits associated with lowering and leveling blood pressure are immeasurable.
Number 1 – Homemade Blueberry Syrup!
Blueberries are loaded with the flavonoid quercetin. Quercetin is incredible for treating inflammatory illnesses such as “hardening of the arteries” (atherosclerosis), high cholesterol, heart disease and circulation problems.
To make this extra heart healthy add a handful of elderberries.
PinNumber 2 – Lose The Salt.
The problem agent in salt is actually part of its chemical composition, Sodium Chloride.
A little sodium intake is fine, in fact it is required due to its role as an electrolyte and necessary for our nerves and muscles to function correctly.
The problem arises when we consume too much sodium because it causes disruption to the balance of natural fluids within our body.
When the body recognizes excess sodium has accumulated it holds onto water for the purposes of diluting and flushing the sodium.
Unfortunately this water retention increases the amount of fluid surrounding our cells. It therefore also increases the volume of blood in our bloodstream.
Increased blood volume places increased pressure on our blood vessels and requires the heart to work harder putting it under strain.
Over time this extra work and increased pressure causes damage to the blood vessels leading to stiffening or hardening of the arteries. This damage can lead to high blood pressure, heart attack and stroke.
The majority of people assume that by avoiding the table salt shaker and no longer adding salt while preparing meals will solve the sodium problem.
While this is a good start, the majority of excess and harmful sodium, is actually found within the processed food we consume.
It is vital that we pay attention to product packaging and check levels of sodium. Even some of the so called “healthy” foods and labeled low-salt may still contain high levels of sodium (which is also found in sugars and fats).
We can’t do anything about the sodium levels in prepackaged food … apart from leaving them on the shelves.
PinNumber 3 – Hibiscus – Tropical Goodness.
For centuries many cultures across the world have used the hibiscus to manage blood pressure.
Initially seen as simple folklore more recent scientific studies have concluded there to be evidence of blood pressure related health benefits in the use of the Hibiscus.
Like many natural remedies the Hibiscus treatment has moved from “quackery’, to common folklore and now into accepted mainstream medicine!.
The Scientific Evidence For Hibiscus:
- Hibiscus acts as a diuretic. Adding hibiscus to your diet will draw fluids and sodium from your bloodstream. Removing the sodium decreases the bodies need to retain water and relieves the pressure on your arterial walls.
- When added to our diet certain properties in Hibiscus mimic Angiotensin Converting Enzyme Inhibitors (ACE).
ACE inhibitors are chemically produced pharmaceutical drugs used in mainstream medicine for the treatment of high blood pressure.
Amazingly the Hibiscus mimics a commercially created medicine. In a perfectly natural way!
Both ACE and the natural Hibiscus enable our blood vessels to relax. When our blood vessels relax our blood volume is lowered which decreases blood pressure.
Hibiscus may not be as potent as prescribed ACE Inhibitor pharmaceuticals but consistent usage over time can be equally as effective. And in my mind, natural remedies for blood pressure are always a better option!
Ingredients
6 cup Water
¼ inch Ginger root fresh, finely grated
¾ Cup hibiscus flowers dried
¾ Cup Honey
1 Tbsp lime juice freshly squeezed
Instructions
- Add the water and ginger to a large saucepan and bring to the boil over a high heat.
- Once it reaches boiling point remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the hibiscus flowers and honey.
- Stir gently until the honey fully dissolves.
- Cover and let the mixture steep for 10 minutes.
- Strain the liquid, using a sieve or cheesecloth, into a large heat resistant container.
- Stir in the lime juice and set aside to cool.
- Refrigerate until you are ready to serve. For an especially refreshing drink it is delicious served over ice cubes with slices of orange.
Notes
- It is important to note that Hibiscus Tea may affect estrogen levels. Therefore if you, or someone you know, is trying to become pregnant or are already pregnant, it is recommended that you avoid adding hibiscus to your diet, or at least discuss with your doctor.
- As this is a remedy known to help those suffering with high blood pressure, it makes sense to note that this means it may also lower blood pressure. So not recommended for those with low blood pressure.
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PinCoconut Water!
Number 4 – Coconut Water.
Coconut water, not to be confused with coconut milk/cream is the clear liquid found within the shell of the green and unripe coconut.
Coconut water naturally contains high levels of organic potassium and magnesium. These minerals are beneficial for our bodies regular muscle function. How does this help? Simply because our heart is a muscle.
To use Coconut Water as one of our Natural Remedies High Blood Pressure you need:
- Pure fresh and organic coconut water
Simply drink coconut water once or twice a day. Morning and night is optimal!
Number 5 – Hawthorn.
Hawthorn is rich in flavonoids. Flavonoid health benefits have been widely researched and shown to have a highly beneficial impact upon heart health.
The impact of the flavonoids includes positive improvements for those suffering arrhythmia and heart palpitation.
They have also been proven to improve the functioning of capillaries while also regulating glucose metabolism and, most importantly, they naturally regulate arterial blood pressure therefore decreasing the risk of hypertension.
To make heavenly heart healthy hawthorn ball cookies you need (or alternatively watch the video above)
Equipment
Ingredients
4 tbsp hawthorn berry powder
1 tsp cinnamon powder
1 tsp ginger powder- 1 tsp honey
- 30 ml water
20 g cacao powder or carob
Instructions
- Heat oven to 150 degrees Fahrenheit. In a bowl add the 1 teaspoon cinnamon powder, 1 teaspoon ginger powder and 4 tbsp hawthorn berry powder and mix well. Add just enough of the 1 teaspoon honey and 30 ml water to make a smooth paste – think smooth peanut butter consistency.
- Thicken the mixture with the 20 g cacao powder or carob. You want a consistency where the dough can be rolled on the palms of your hands without sticking.
- Roll into small balls about the size of index fingernail – think Maltesers! Place on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper and place in the oven until dry. Approximately 30 minutes but may take longer.
- These balls will keep indefinitely when stored in a cool dark place, in an airtight container.
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PinNumber 6 – Regular Exercise, The Easiest Of All.
Combining a healthy balanced diet with exercise is possibly the most effective of all our suggested natural remedies for high blood pressure.
As previously discussed our heart is a muscle. So it stands to reason then, that like all other muscles, our heart can also benefit from and become more conditioned with regular exercise.
Having a fit and healthy body enables a well conditioned heart without additional and unnecessary strain. A well functioning heart means healthy and regulated pumping of the blood.
This therefore lowers the pressure within the arteries. Lowering pressure reduces the risk of arterial scarring and means a much lessened risk of developing high blood pressure.
Regular exercise is an excellent and easy way to reduce blood pressure and the health risks associated.
Try to achieve at least 30 minutes of exercise a day. Exercise can take any form – just as long as it raises your heart beat and gets you fitter!
PinNumber 7: Glorious Garlic. Natural Remedies For High Blood Pressure.
Garlic is mentioned in almost every post regarding natural health. Garlic is rich in many health giving and beneficial properties. It is also an excellent remedy for the treatment of hypertension.
Be aware that garlic doesn’t work well eaten raw!
Your stomach PH levels will neutralize any benefits of raw garlic well before any good can be done. It is therefore recommended that garlic, when used for hypertension, is taken in tablet or capsule form.
When selecting garlic supplements always ensure the product has a high garlic allicin yield.
To use as one of our natural remedies for high blood pressure you need to find high quality garlic tablets for hypertension and follow the directions provided.
PinNumber 8: Ginger and Cardamom Tea
The Indian Journal of Biochemistry & Biophysics, 2009,1Blood pressure lowering, fibrinolysis enhancing and antioxidant activities of cardamom (Elettaria cardamomum) wrote about studies done regarding the health benefits of Cardamom.
The studies described in the journal noted that a group of participants were given 1 teaspoon of cardamom powder daily over several weeks.
It was shown that blood pressure in all participants was significantly lowered. Research is ongoing to pinpoint the exact reason for this change in blood pressure. However the empirical evidence is all we need.
We know that cardamom works in reducing blood pressure. We can leave it to the scientists to figure out how!
While swallowing a teaspoon of cardamom powder may seem a highly unpalatable concept you can achieve the same results in a much more tasty manner!
By combining cardamom with ginger (another of natures warming spices which is known to improve circulation) you can create a magnificent tea for heart health.
Cardamom And Ginger Blood Pressure Tonic.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 200 ml water
- 2 tsp honey
4 green cardamom pods- ½ inch ginger root
- ½ tsp ginger powder
- 1 tsp cinnamon powder
1 tbsp black tea leaves
300 ml milk
Instructions
- First place the 4 green cardamom pods into a pestle and mortar and gently squash the pods. This helps open the pod and release the oils. There is no need to grind them finely, just crush them so the pods have split.
- Add the crushed pods and the remaining ingredients, 200 ml water, 1/2 inch ginger root, 1/2 tsp ginger powder, 1 tsp cinnamon powder, 1 tbsp black tea leaves, and 300 ml milk but not the honey, to a small saucepan. Bring to a boil. Cover and lower the heat to a very gentle simmer. Allow the tea mix to simmer for 9 to 10 minutes or until the tea is a rich caramel brown color.
- Remove from the heat. Strain the tea to remove the solid spices and tea leaves. Pour half into a mug and add a 2 tsp honey (optional). This recipe makes 2 serves. Drink daily. Morning and evening.
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treatment for high blood pressure
Having high blood pressure or “hypertension”, means your heart is having to work extra hard. It’s that simple. Your heart is under increased strain to perform it’s function of pumping blood throughout your body.
Our blood flows through “semi-flexible” muscle tissue. This is muscle tissue that requires it to flex, stretch, relax and constrict at varying degrees.
Hypertension places strain on the heart and this elevated pressure of blood leads to the muscle tissue to over-flex and be unable to relax. This leads to the over-stretching of our blood vessels.
This over stretching leads to small ruptures and tearing of blood vessels. When these tears heal we form vascular scarring.
Vascular scarring results in the tissue being “rough” and “irregular”. These irregular surfaces can lead to blockages.
The uneven surfaces also enable the collection and build up of cholesterol/plaque, and other usually cleared blood cells.
The simple reality is that you are building an unhealthy arterial dam, commonly referred to as a “blood clot”.
Vascular Scarring Damage
If blood pressure continues to rise and remains elevated over an extended period of time the vessel walls become weakened.
Weakened vessels then cause further tissue damage due to oxygen depletion.
As we know from any external injury, the bodies scar tissue is much thicker than the original normal tissue. This thickening of tissue also prevents oxygen being absorbed in these areas.
When oxygen depletion occurs due to scarring it means this part of the artery deprives the rest of the vessel from receiving fresh oxygenated blood.
It is this lack of oxygenated blood that leads to heart attack and/or stroke.
Therefore we can see the likely progression route should we ignore or not treat high blood pressure:
- 1. Overstretching of blood vessels;
- 2. Tearing of tissue;
- 3. Scarring of healed tissues;
- 4. Rough and irregular blood vessel walls;
- 5. Collection of cholesterol/plaque (blood clots);
- 6. Further scarring;
- 7. Oxygen depletion;
- 8. Decreasing tissue oxygenation;
- 9. Heart Attack/Stroke.
Our Natural remedies For High Blood Pressure are just a few of the steps we need to take to prevent vascular scarring and reduce our risk of stroke or heart attack.
I hope this post has given you some tips and ideas for how to lower blood pressure and keep your heart healthy.
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To your very best health.
References
- 1Blood pressure lowering, fibrinolysis enhancing and antioxidant activities of cardamom (Elettaria cardamomum)
